Flutrol 250mg Capsule is used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma attacks and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Flutrol 250mg Capsule improves pulmonary function and effectively treats and prevents the worsening of emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes). Flutrol 250mg Capsule is a combination of Salmeterol (bronchodilator) and Fluticasone (corticosteroid). Salmeterol relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. It makes breathing easier by widening the airways. Fluticasone acts by blocking prostaglandins' production (chemical messengers) that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Fluticasone has potent vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) and anti-inflammatory activity.

FAQs

How does Flutrol 250mg Capsule work?

Flutrol 250mg Capsule is used to treat and prevent respiratory disorders like asthma attacks and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Flutrol 250mg Capsule consists of Salmeterol (bronchodilator) and Fluticasone (Fluticasone). Salmeterol relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Fluticasone acts by blocking prostaglandins' production (chemical messengers) that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways.

Is it safe to take Flutrol 250mg Capsule with my seizures disease?

Flutrol 250mg Capsule should be cautiously administered under the doctor's guidance in seizures since bronchodilators like Salmeterol can cause central nervous system stimulation that can lead to other adverse conditions. Please consult your doctor before using Flutrol 250mg Capsule if you have seizures.

Can I use Flutrol 250mg Capsule if I am diabetic?

Flutrol 250mg Capsule contains bronchodilator (Fluticasone), which can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence therapy with Flutrol 250mg Capsule is cautiously administered in patients with diabetes. Please monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly.

Does Flutrol 250mg Capsule cause hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood)?

Bronchodilator (Salmeterol) in Flutrol 250mg Capsule may decrease the potassium levels in your body, therefore should be used with caution. Please consult your doctor before taking Flutrol 250mg Capsule since low potassium levels can lead to other cardiovascular problems in patients with hypokalaemia.

What happens if I miss a dose of Flutrol 250mg Capsule ?

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.